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The period described as the "Great Resignation" that began about a year ago is an ongoing economic trend. A recent CNBC headline stated that a startling 96% of workers will be looking for a new job this year in the hopes of attaining higher wages, the opportunity for...
The pandemic has highlighted the role schools play in providing stability for many Polk County families. Recently, I met with Susan Copeland who has served as the Executive Director of the Polk Education Foundation (PEF) since 2005, to talk about leading through...
The turn of the calendar is typically a time when my plans for the upcoming year take shape. The new year marks a time for me to reset, reimagine, refocus, reprioritize, and use that energy to regain my inspiration and motivation. The close of one year and the...
Back to school has always been Dr. Melody Rider’s favorite time of year. As a life-long learner, an education administrator for over 20 years, and a college president for 16 of those years, Dr. Rider has always found that there is something special about the start of...
In 2010, while reading The Power of Purpose, by Richard Leider, I set a powerful intention for myself by composing my own personal purpose statement. Be in the world every day on purpose, in relationships, in work, and in nature in ways that are true to who I am, and...
It is that time of year again. The holidays are upon us which means our calendars are overfilled and our to-do lists are overflowing. As a leader, the start of Q4 means that you are likely evaluating the annual performance of your team, focused on addressing any unmet...
“If you’re going to live, leave a legacy. Make a mark on the world that can’t be erased.” ~ Maya Angelou Your leadership legacy is the impact and influence you have on others over your tenure as a leader and it is formed by the guiding principles you apply most...
More than ever, we need to cultivate our ability to maintain focus, monitor our emotions, and make purposeful choices. The complexity and relentless pace of our world places exceptional demands on everyone. As our lives have become hyper-connected and our calendars...
One of the most soul-filling aspects of the work I do as an executive coach and business consultant is hosting retreat weekends at my family’s property on Crooked Lake. The tranquil setting on one of Florida’s most pristine lakes has been my sacred space for decades –...
Balance takes place in the midst of action. Creating and maintaining work-life balance is unique for each of us and requires an ongoing commitment to life-giving choices that generate fulfillment and joy. Like walking an uneven pathway that requires the careful...
Every leader has been involved in spearheading a strategic initiative that has gotten off track. When this has happened to you, were you able to identify the cause of the setback and quickly get your team back on track? Perhaps there was some misalignment about...
If you’ve ever struggled as a leader with how to meaningfully connect with your team members while staying focused on achieving your organization's goals, you’re not alone. The generative tension that exists between demonstrating care and concern for others and...
Kim Long as the Executive Director for Polk Vision, leads a county-wide collective impact organization dedicated to aligning resources across Polk County. Prior to her current position, Kim’s varied career spans the corporate, non-profit, and private sectors and she...
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Change can be difficult and people often resist it. If your team is not prepared for change, keeping up with the pace of change, and willing to embrace change, your organization risks becoming irrelevant. This guide is intended to provide a framework for intentionally talking about the change you want to create, ensure the roles that are vital to the change process are clearly understood, and to define the conditions necessary for creating intelligent change.